Shiv

Shiv is a shortened form of the Hindu name Shiva, which is derived from the Sanskrit word 'shiva', meaning 'auspicious' or 'kind'.

In Hinduism, Shiva is one of the principal deities, known as the god of destruction and transformation. He is part of the Trimurti, along with Brahma (the creator) and Vishnu (the preserver).

While the name Shiv is a short form, it still carries the powerful associations with the Hindu god Shiva. The name may be chosen for its connection to the divine or as a symbol of transformation and renewal.

Shiv is a concise and distinctive name with deep cultural and religious significance in Hindu traditions.